Master Gardener Interest Meeting
On August 12th there’ll be an interest meeting for anyone interested in becoming an extension Master Gardner Volunteer. Please …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
The Plant Toolbox Is Your Houseplant Headquarters
Indoor gardeners can find more of their favorite plants in the Extension Horticulture Plant Toolbox. Across the US, interest …
Beginning Veggie Class
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Martin County Center will be hosting a Beginning Veggie class on Monday, March 25th at 9:00 a.m. …
What You Need to Know So You Can Grow
The N.C. Cooperative Extension, Beaufort County Center is offering a series of classes beginning Tuesday, February 6th titled, “What You …
Make Your Garden a Haven for Moths
Moths are the unsung heroes of plant pollination. On a worldwide scale, there are twice as many species of …
What Should I Be Doing in My Yard Right Now?
Given the warm weather we had last week and the mild temperatures in the latter part of this week, …
What Happened to My Knock Out Roses?
What happened to my knock out roses? The caller stated, “They used to be so beautiful.” Knock out roses are …
How Do I Prune My Scuppernong Grapes?
This is one of the more frequent questions that I receive this time of year, from vine renovation to …
What You Need to Know So You Can Grow
Want to learn more about growing but don’t know where to start? We have just the series for you! …
Can You Recommend an Easy-to-Grow Herb Plant?
There are several herbs that you can grow in the landscape. Most of these would fall into the annual …
Garden for the Birds With the Plant Toolbox
You can select plants for your garden that attract and support our feathered friends. The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox …
Winter Seed Sowing Class
Come learn how to raise you own transplants! This class is FREE, but registration is required. Spots limited. Beaufort County …
How to Care for Your Poinsettia?
I was in Wal-Mart last week picking up gifts a few last minute things for a Christmas party. While …
Ever-Greenery
Topics for articles can get really scarce this time of year! I was talking with my wife at lunch …
Surprise the Plant Lover in Your Life With the Perfect Gift...
…the gift of knowledge! Do you still need to pick out the perfect gift for your favorite plant nerd (or …
What Do Cypress Trees Have to Do With Culpepper Virginia?
My family and I took a really quick trip to Culpepper, Virginia last weekend. Such is typically the case …
My Trees Are Turning Brown
I’ve had several calls come in over the past three weeks concerning Arborvitae (Thuja sp.) and/or Leyland cypress (x …
The Plant Toolbox Has More Links You Can Use
The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox, in partnership with the Clemson Cooperative Extension Home & Garden Information Center, recently updated …